Aug. 30, 2019 2:00 pm
Building power in underserved communities through venture philanthropy
How GreenLight Fund brings a racial equity perspective to investing and grantmaking.
Dec. 28, 2016 12:59 pm
15 social impact leaders we’ll be following in 2017
The voices we're most excited to keep up with in the new year.
Oct. 25, 2016 12:45 pm
How philanthropy introduced this Boston investor to Philly’s tech scene
When GreenLight Fund cofounder John Simon brought the organization to Philly, the tech investor found a community of startups ripe for investment. But his philanthropy and business dealings aren't mutually exclusive.
Jul. 8, 2016 11:15 am
Is Philadelphia City Hall ready for the next big wave in how social services get done?
Social impact leaders say a funding model called 'pay for success' that matches investors, impact innovators and governments together is the next big thing. GreenLight Fund Philadelphia Director Omar Woodward says Philly's city government needs to be prepared.
May 2, 2016 2:37 pm
Why GreenLight Fund ED Omar Woodard is no stranger to philanthropy
At a recent welcome reception packed with local social impact leaders, Woodard recalls his roots and makes his purpose public.
Apr. 14, 2016 12:50 pm
Money attracts more money: How this early childhood education program landed almost $2M
Parent-Child Home Program will replicate its model in Philadelphia, thanks to a round of fundraising led by GreenLight Fund.
Feb. 4, 2016 10:41 am
Why this state senate candidate axed his campaign to head up a local nonprofit
North Philly native Omar Woodard dropped his third district senate run for a job as executive director of local venture philanthropy firm GreenLight Fund Philadelphia. Why? For a shot at making more effective impact.